Atlanta United haven't slowed down since winning 2018 MLS Cup.
The Five Stripes defeated Club Tijuana reserves 6-1, behind huge days from Josef Martinez, Pity Martinez and Ezequiel Barco.
Atlanta's ostensible second-string side – though featuring midfielder Darlington Nagbe – also won on Wednesday, defeating Cal State-Fullerton, 1-0, thanks to a goal from Romario Williams.
Atlanta goals
- Josef Martinez (4)
- Tito Villalba
- Ezequiel Barco
Atlanta United lineup: GK Brad Guzan (Alex Kann); Brek Shea, Leandro Gonzalez Pirez, Miles Robinson, Michael Parkhurst, Julian Gressel; Eric Remedi, Jeff Larentowicz; Ezequiel Barco, Josef Martinez, Tito Villalba (Pity Martinez)